Russia likes territory so much, why hasn't it annexed Mongolia?

Judging from the development history of Russia, it is a history of annexation and aggression. In just 300 years, from a small country, the territory soared 400 times to become the largest country in the world, and many neighboring countries were wiped out and annexed. Even now, Russia is still like this. Then, since Russia pursues territory so much, why hasn't it annexed Mongolia?

At the critical moment of World War II, the Soviet Union also occupied 600,000 square kilometers of land in Eastern Europe to establish the Western Front. After the disintegration of the Soviet Union, Russia joined the Republic without mercy. First it controlled the Dezuo region of Moldova, then occupied South Ossetia and Abkhazia of Georgia, and then occupied Crimea of Ukraine. This shows that even after the disintegration of the Soviet Union, Russia's pursuit of land is still so strong.

So it will be said that Russia does not have an inch of extra land. Then, since Russia pursues territory so much, why hasn't it annexed Mongolia? There are mainly the following reasons.

First, be afraid of us.

In fact, by virtue of Mongolia's geographical position, the whole north is guarded. In ancient times, as long as they occupied Mongolian grasslands, such as Turks and Huns, they could face the south. That is to say, on the border of tens of thousands of kilometers in North China, Northeast China and Northwest China, almost overwhelming strategic repression has been formed, which can be said to have stuck the foundation of our country. Therefore, for our country, if Mongolia is occupied by Russia, it is tantamount to being stuck in the neck, and we must fight to the death.

This is an unbearable confrontation for Russia. No matter when China is weak in modern times or now, we dare not. Because China has been a world power since ancient times, the temporary sleep in modern times is also temporary. Once you wake up, its power is infinite. So although the annexation of Mongolia was as easy as blowing off dust, it did not have the ability to face China. By then, the west will be surrounded by Europe and we will be surrounded by the East. Can Russia survive?

Second, a hot potato.

In addition to strategic threats, there are also economic considerations. Mongolia has a vast grassland, a vast territory and few people. Now we owe * * *, which can be described as making ends meet. Once it is annexed, it will be a huge burden for Russia. Moreover, in order to control this place, a large number of immigrants and troops are needed, which Russia cannot afford. That is to say, although Mongolia is good, the cost of annexation is high.

Third, the strategic buffer.

Russia did not annex Mongolia because it hoped to establish a broad strategic buffer zone between China and Russia. Only in this way can China and Russia live in peace and maintain a strategic buffer. Moreover, Russia does not annex Mongolia, but only controls it, which is not only the lowest cost, but also the best strategic advantage. Once something happens, you can still take Mongolia immediately and go south directly. Therefore, no matter from the perspective of reality, economy or international relations, non-annexation is the best choice.

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